Lyndale Elementary vs Whittier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lyndale Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
466 students
Whittier Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
491 students
| Measure | Lyndale Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota | Whittier Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #704 of 923 | #841 of 923 |
| National rank | #25384 of 50,301 | #39501 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 466 | 491 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 491 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 22% |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lyndale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.7 vs 28.6).
- •Lyndale Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Lyndale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 33%).
- •Lyndale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.2% vs 85.3%).
- •Whittier Elementary is the larger school with 491 students compared with 466.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lyndale Elementary better than Whittier Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lyndale Elementary ranks higher (49.7 vs 28.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lyndale Elementary and Whittier Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lyndale Elementary: 466. Whittier Elementary: 491. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lyndale Elementary and Whittier Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Lyndale Elementary is 704th of 923 and Whittier Elementary is 841st of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).